Pharmacy Intern

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Pharmacy or the Registered Pharmacist and according to standard procedures, mixes IV additive solutions as required using aseptic technique with the primary engineering control; types labels; fills patient medication drawers; prepares and files charge slips; and performs other related duties.

In addition to the tasks described above, an Intern Pharmacist may perform the functions of a pharmacist only under the direct supervision of a pharmacist and under the discretion of the supervising pharmacist. Consulting with medical and nursing staff on patient therapy and providing pertinent clinical drug information such as drug interactions and IV drug compatibilities.

The Pharmacy Department serves patients of all age and developmental levels. The pharmacy intern must demonstrate skills necessary to provide services appropriate to the age of patients throughout their life span, be knowledgeable in recognizing signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect, and be cognizant of safety issues (both environmental and medical).

REQUIREMENTS:

Enrolled in a college of pharmacy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education. Previous hospital experience preferred. Intern Pharmacist licensed by the California State Board of Pharmacy. Successfully completed first year of Pharm D curriculum.

PAY / BENEFITS
Estimated pay: $18.50 to $22.00 per hour based on qualifications (including but not limited to experience, education, certifications, and licensure where applicable).

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, optional supplemental life (employee, spouse, and/or child coverage), flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care), 403b retirement with dollar for dollar match up to 5%, paid time off, and more available depending on employment status.

M/F/D/V/SO

EOE
Associated topics: biomedical, dietary, drug discovery, food, health, histotechnologist, industrial hygienist, medicine, patient, pharmacometrics